Peptoniphilus coxii

Peptoniphilus coxii is a bacterial species belonging to the genus Peptoniphilus. It is a Gram-positive, anaerobic, non-spore-forming, and non-motile bacterium. The species was first isolated from human clinical specimens and named after the American microbiologist Harold J. Cox.

Taxonomy

Peptoniphilus coxii is a member of the family Peptoniphilaceae, within the order Clostridiales. The genus Peptoniphilus comprises several species of anaerobic, Gram-positive cocci, which are commonly found in the human microbiota and can be involved in various infectious diseases.

Characteristics

Peptoniphilus coxii is characterized by its Gram-positive, non-spore-forming, and non-motile nature. It is an anaerobic bacterium, meaning it can survive in environments with low or no oxygen. The bacterium is cocci in shape and often found in pairs or short chains.

Pathogenicity

While Peptoniphilus coxii is part of the normal human microbiota, it can also be involved in various infectious diseases. It has been isolated from clinical specimens, suggesting a potential role in human disease. However, the exact pathogenic mechanisms and clinical significance of Peptoniphilus coxii remain to be fully elucidated.

See also

• Peptoniphilus harei
• Peptoniphilus indolicus
• Peptoniphilus asaccharolyticus